Need Assistance Identifying

[arobertson2]

These were all found in the same hole in northern va near the Potomac river, about 6 inches deep. I was told they are tent rope tighteners, or some kind of hollow punch tool. Help is greatly appreciated!

 

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[cudamark]

Rope tensioner would be my vote.

 

[fyrffytr1]

I have not seen a rope tensioner made like that. That doesn't mean it isn't one. Are both ends open on the ones you found? I have found several metal rope tensioners at Spanish/American war camps. They look like this and were patented Nov. 30 80 (1880).

 

[arobertson2]

Thank you. Yes, open on both ends.